Information System Security Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chantilly Loudoun County VA, United States Avint LLC Full time

Avint LLC is seeking an experienced Information System Security Officer to implement and maintain the information security program within the organization. This role involves developing and enforcing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage security-related program milestones and deadlines to meet contract requirements.
  • Oversee and respond to security gaps and needs within information systems.
  • Create and update the Body of Evidence for system accreditation using Xacta, ServiceNow, or similar risk management software.
  • Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies and procedures for accredited systems.
  • Coordinate with external organizations to guide systems through the customer accreditation process to achieve Approval to Operate.
  • Review requests for software and hardware changes to systems and submit for customer approval where required.
  • Work closely with system administrators to address open vulnerabilities.
  • Manage the plan of action and milestones (POA&Ms) by working with project managers and system engineers to develop schedules and engineering actions that mitigate open items.
  • Maintain, update, and conduct routine vulnerability and compliance scans across all sponsor networks using NESSUS, Rapid7, or similar software.
  • Configure and perform required system audits and related continuous monitoring tasks.
  • Review and interpret new government security policies for applicability.
  • Perform cybersecurity activities, including change management, account management, auditing, media protection, user training, file transfers, etc.

Requirements:

  • 4-5 years of applicable experience.
  • Active Top Secret security clearance with Full scope Poly.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, IT Security, Network Systems Technology, or related field, or at least 4 years of directly related experience in lieu of degree or any equivalent combination of education, experience, training, and certifications.
  • DoD 8570 IAT II Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM, CASP+) or ability to obtain certification within 6 weeks of starting the role.
  • Familiarity with information system security principles NIST 800-53, NSM 8.
  • In-depth knowledge of NIST special publications, CNSS policies, and instructions.
  • Linux experience - intermediate level.
  • Cloud experience (AWS preferred).
  • Ability to review, analyze, and interpret technical procedures against customer security requirements.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
  • Must be willing to work on-site in Northern Virginia.

Benefits:

Avint LLC offers a competitive salary range of $140,000.00 to $170,000.00, full health benefits, and a new Open Time Off Policy and Federal Holidays. Additionally, we encourage every Avint employee to further their professional development through reimbursement for courses, exams, and tuition.

Avint is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.



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